There's a new amendment floating around that would change the Colorado constitution for one's right to a healthy environment. But what impact would this have on the state and would it ultimately help or hurt? PowerGab Hosts Jake Fogleman and Amy Cooke discuss this and more.

Show Notes:

Proposed Right to a Healthy Environment Amendment

Southwest Power Pool

SPP issues Resource Advisory

Because the grid could use a backup plan.

Yes, we’re giving away a Predator Generator.

No, this is not a drill.

Yes, it’s because reliability apparently isn’t fashionable anymore.

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Starting with the first show of 2026, drop a funny, clever, or pithy comment in the show’s comment section.

That’s it. No forms. No fine print to initial. No ESG questionnaire.

1. We’ll be collecting comments throughout the 2026 legislative session, so you’ll have ample time to workshop your sarcasm.
2. After each show, we’ll pick our favorite comment.
3. Full transparency: we’re the hosts, we pick the favorites, and it is 100% subjective.
4. If you’re looking for a neutral referee, this is not that contest.

At the end of the session, we’ll select our top 3–5 favorite comments.

Final Vote

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Democracy still works here. Mostly.

Winner announced on the last show in May 2026.

The (Very Small) Legal Stuff

1. No purchase necessary.
2. Void where prohibited, regulated, or over-engineered.
3. No cash value and not transferable.
4. Must pick up at the Independence Institute office, 727 E 16th Ave, Denver, CO 80203
5. One generator will be awarded. Actual runtime may vary depending on weather, policy decisions, and common sense.
6. This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or approved by any utility, regulator, or energy modeler who thinks batteries replace physics.
7. By entering, you agree we may read, share, or lovingly mock your comment on the show.

One comment.

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Because when the grid wobbles, satire won’t keep your lights on — but a Predator Generator will.

Colorado's Electric Utilities join a new RTO. What are the sources of power coming from, and what will that mean for the state and ratepayers? PowerGab Hosts Jake Fogleman and Amy Cooke discuss this and more.

Show Notes:

https://i2i.org/colorado-joins-the-southwest-power-pool-now-what/

https://x.com/SimonMahan/status/2039723579294527581/photo/1

https://conservationco.org/press-release/release-conservation-colorado-holds-polluters-accountable-new-ballot-measures-would-make-fossil-fuel-polluters-pay-for-the-damage-they-cause/

https://leg.colorado.gov/initiative_files/1343/download

Because the grid could use a backup plan.

Yes, we’re giving away a Predator Generator.

No, this is not a drill.

Yes, it’s because reliability apparently isn’t fashionable anymore.

How to Enter

Starting with the first show of 2026, drop a funny, clever, or pithy comment in the show’s comment section.

That’s it. No forms. No fine print to initial. No ESG questionnaire.

1. We’ll be collecting comments throughout the 2026 legislative session, so you’ll have ample time to workshop your sarcasm.
2. After each show, we’ll pick our favorite comment.
3. Full transparency: we’re the hosts, we pick the favorites, and it is 100% subjective.
4. If you’re looking for a neutral referee, this is not that contest.

At the end of the session, we’ll select our top 3–5 favorite comments.

Final Vote

Then you vote on the winner.

Democracy still works here. Mostly.

Winner announced on the last show in May 2026.

The (Very Small) Legal Stuff

1. No purchase necessary.
2. Void where prohibited, regulated, or over-engineered.
3. No cash value and not transferable.
4. Must pick up at the Independence Institute office, 727 E 16th Ave, Denver, CO 80203
5. One generator will be awarded. Actual runtime may vary depending on weather, policy decisions, and common sense.
6. This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or approved by any utility, regulator, or energy modeler who thinks batteries replace physics.
7. By entering, you agree we may read, share, or lovingly mock your comment on the show.

One comment.

One generator.

Because when the grid wobbles, satire won’t keep your lights on — but a Predator Generator will.

The US Department of Energy is looking for states interested in nuclear energy... what are the chances that Colorado is one of them? PowerGab Hosts Jake Fogleman and Amy Cooke discuss this with Matt Solomon, the project manager of the Northwest Colorado Energy Initiative.

Show Notes:

https://agnc.org/economic-development/northwest-colorado-energy-initiative/

https://mcusercontent.com/feacc8089631e065333583ec4/files/62da2642-3e62-26ff-d5e1-7ed7f1a319e4/Colorado_Response_to_DOE_Nuclear_RFI_Final.01.pdf?mc_cid=94538657b2&mc_eid=d14195562b

Because the grid could use a backup plan.

Yes, we’re giving away a Predator Generator.

No, this is not a drill.

Yes, it’s because reliability apparently isn’t fashionable anymore.

How to Enter

Starting with the first show of 2026, drop a funny, clever, or pithy comment in the show’s comment section.

That’s it. No forms. No fine print to initial. No ESG questionnaire.

1. We’ll be collecting comments throughout the 2026 legislative session, so you’ll have ample time to workshop your sarcasm.
2. After each show, we’ll pick our favorite comment.
3. Full transparency: we’re the hosts, we pick the favorites, and it is 100% subjective.
4. If you’re looking for a neutral referee, this is not that contest.

At the end of the session, we’ll select our top 3–5 favorite comments.

Final Vote

Then you vote on the winner.

Democracy still works here. Mostly.

Winner announced on the last show in May 2026.

The (Very Small) Legal Stuff

1. No purchase necessary.
2. Void where prohibited, regulated, or over-engineered.
3. No cash value and not transferable.
4. Must pick up at the Independence Institute office, 727 E 16th Ave, Denver, CO 80203
5. One generator will be awarded. Actual runtime may vary depending on weather, policy decisions, and common sense.
6. This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or approved by any utility, regulator, or energy modeler who thinks batteries replace physics.
7. By entering, you agree we may read, share, or lovingly mock your comment on the show.

One comment.

One generator.

Because when the grid wobbles, satire won’t keep your lights on — but a Predator Generator will.